What can Moses' curiosity in Exodus 3:3 teach us about seeking God? “So Moses thought, ‘I must go over and see this marvelous sight. Why is the bush not burning up?’ ” Curiosity as a Doorway to Revelation • Moses notices something unusual and refuses to ignore it. • His decision to “go over and see” positions him for direct encounter with God (vv. 4–6). • Scripture treats this curiosity not as idle distraction but as the very moment God chooses to speak. Lessons for Our Own Pursuit of God • Notice the divine invitations in everyday life. – Quiet nudges, unanswered questions, the beauty of creation—all can be modern “burning bushes.” • Move toward God-given wonder. – Moses didn’t stand at a distance; he approached. Action matters (James 4:8). • Expect God to meet the seeker. – “You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart” (Jeremiah 29:13). • Prepare for transformation. – Moses arrives curious and leaves commissioned (Exodus 3:10). Genuine seeking often changes life direction. Other Biblical Echoes • Proverbs 25:2: “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, and the glory of kings to search it out.” • Hebrews 11:6: God “rewards those who earnestly seek Him.” • Matthew 7:7: “Ask…seek…knock…”—persistent curiosity encouraged by Christ. • Psalm 34:8: “Taste and see that the LORD is good…”—invitation to experiential knowledge. Contrast: Curiosity vs. Indifference • Pharisees saw Jesus’ miracles yet remained hard-hearted (John 9). • Athenians in Acts 17 loved novelty but missed saving truth. • Holy curiosity leads to worship; idle curiosity fades. Practical Steps to Cultivate Holy Curiosity 1. Slow down enough to notice God’s activity. 2. Ask questions of Scripture; expect real answers. 3. Approach God in prayerful listening, not mere speaking. 4. Act promptly on the insights received. Obedience keeps the dialogue open. Summary Moses’ simple choice to investigate a burning bush models a heart that refuses to overlook God’s invitations. When we pursue God with that same eager curiosity, Scripture assures us we will find Him, hear Him, and be forever changed. |
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